Sonographer

Sonographer

As a Sonographer, you play an important part in high-quality imaging exams needed to deliver quality care to our patients. Performs or assists in the performance of Vascular, Abdominal, OB/GYN, or Neurovascular Sonography exams. The primary objective is to obtain high-quality images and maximize the efficiency of the Radiologist or Neurologist while providing exceptional patient care and maintaining a consistent level of quality.

Attributes:

• Compassionate, warm, and patient-focused
• Strong attention to detail
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

Responsibilities:

• Performs abdominal, vascular, OB/GYN and/or transcranial Doppler ultrasound scans.
• Produces ultrasound images and obtains all required measurements using various transducers and imaging techniques in compliance with procedure standards as determined by the physician or directing provider.
• Reviews patient chart for patient history information, valid orders and clinical appropriateness.
• Notes performance of scan in patient's chart and completes preliminary reporting.
• Calls preliminary reports to doctor's offices or nursing floors at the request of the Radiologist.
• Assists physicians with invasive procedures under sonographic guidance.
• Cleans, stocks and prepares rooms on a daily basis.
• Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-services.
• Provide high-quality patient care with exceptional service and compassion.
• Attend continuing education classes (CME) to maintain registry.
• Act as a resource to ultrasound students by demonstration and explanation of procedures; function as a preceptor in the orientation of new personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Effective June 1, 2023: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate OR Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound required for all new hires.
• New Graduates: Official transcript from an accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school's registrar's office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.
• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of the start date.
• Required Licensure/Certification: For Radiology sites/affiliates with ACR accreditation, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification is required (within 6 months of graduation from Commission on Accreditation of Allied Program (CAAHEP), or within 18 months of graduation from a non-accredited program).
• If hired prior to September 1, 2022, a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is required by March 1, 2023.
• For Neurovascular & Vascular, the RDMS is not required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BLS Certification
• For Radiology sites/affiliates without ACR accreditation, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification.
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT).

Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Pay Range: $35.00 - $47.00